Century reports lower shipments on Iceland outage, guides 2026
Century Aluminum posted lower fourth-quarter shipments due to an Iceland outage, while outlining Mt. Holly restart progress, Oklahoma developments and a 2026 shipment reduction.
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Rio Tinto’s 2025 results: Stable output, shifting mix and premium exposure
Rio Tinto reported steady attributable aluminum production in 2025, higher segment EBITDA and changing exposure to value-added products and Midwest-exposed pricing.
A closer look at the Rio Tinto, Chalco deal in Brazil
A deal between Rio Tinto and Aluminum Corporation of China Limited (Chalco) to acquire Votorantim’s 68.6% interest in Companhia Brasileira de Alumínio (CBA) in Brazil has left some people scratching their heads.
EGA and Century Aluminum is a marriage of convenience
As Century and EGA team up for a smelter in Oklahoma, what do each bring to the table?
Century's Hawesville smelter sale in the context of US primary aluminum
The smelter had been the largest domestic source of high-purity primary aluminum used in aerospace and defense applications—arguably falling under the national security rationale of Section 232.
Rio Tinto, Chalco form JV to purchase Votorantim's interest in CBA in Brazil
CBA is a vertically integrated, low-carbon aluminum business in Brazil. It is supported by a 1.6-gigawatt portfolio of renewable power generation assets, including 21 hydropower plants and wind power complexes.
Climbing prices, mill repairs, smelter expansions and more kick off January
There’s a lot of news to keep track of. So we’re here to lend a hand with a summary of recent news.
AMU Community Chat: LME and Midwest premium highs and tariff fatigue
AMU contributors Greg Wittbecker and Edward Meir spoke on a wide range of topics during a Community Chat on Thursday, Jan. 22.
Century joins EGA in Oklahoma smelter project
“Both parties will now solely focus their greenfield development efforts in the United States on the Inola, Okla., site,” the companies said in a press release.
Rio Tinto says Quebec smelter expansion on track for Q1
The smelter is expected to be fully ramped up by end of the year, the mining company said.